“The All In Podcast was once one of my favorites, including for its balanced discussions on politics. I appreciated how both sides of the political spectrum were represented, allowing for a richer dialogue. However, I’ve noticed a significant shift in tone and content lately that has altered my perception of the show.
Recently, the podcast has transformed into a platform that primarily amplifies Trump’s views. While the hosts effectively critique Vice President Kamala Harris—pointing out her scripted responses and challenging her policies—they largely refrain from offering any substantial criticism of Trump. For example, after the debate, the commentary focused heavily on Harris’s clearly very prepared and professional approach as only too scripted and lacking substance, yet could offer nothing about Trump’s poor performance, blatant lies, and lack of policy detail. That’s just one of many examples as of late of their double standard.
Sacks often dedicates considerable airtime to expounding on the perceived dangers of the Democratic Party, frequently veering into conspiracy theory territory. Yet, there’s a glaring absence of critical analysis regarding Trump’s own threats to democracy, the hatre and mistrust he has stoked in our Nation, that nearly his entire administration has spoken out to him as a threat and has a desire to act as a dictator, his reluctance to accept the results of free elections, his role in stoking the events of January 6th, and the very apparent fact that the only way he’ll accept this election is if he wins (it will either be the “most beautiful election” or stolen, nothing in between).
As someone who values learning from diverse viewpoints, I have grown increasingly weary of the one-sided nature of the current discourse on the podcast. I miss the earlier days when both sides were explored more equitably, and I hope to see a return to that balanced approach.”
JlinPC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/24